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Morgan County under high wind warning until 6 p.m. Monday

By Jenni Grubbs

Times Staff Writer

Posted:
03/31/2014 02:34:51 AM MDT

Fort Morgan and all of Morgan County are under a high wind warning until 6 p.m. Monday.

The National Weather Service in Denver issued the warning Sunday night. Winds started up last evening, and were expected to continue throughout the day today, spreading further across the Eastern Plains as the day goes on.

The winds will be at least 25 miles per hour, with some gusts reaching 65 mph, according to NWS.

Strong cross winds could create hazardous driving conditions for travelers on the Eastern Plains, so the NWS urged caution and preparation for drivers. Those driving light-weight or high-profile vehicles were urged to consider delaying trips or using alternate routes.

"If you are driving on the roadways, slow down and remain alert for sudden and strong wind gusts," the NWS warning stated.

During a high wind warning, strong and potentially damaging winds are possible or already happening, according to NWS. Things residents in the warning area can do to prepare include: moving indoors or securing trash cans, patio furniture and other items that winds could toss around; and delaying travel plans if possible.

Contact Times Staff Writer Jenni Grubbs at jgrubbs@fmtimes.com, follow @JenniGrubbs on Twitter or check out tout.com/jennigrubbs

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